HR - FBP

Job Description

Job Title: HR - FBP Location: ChennaiAbout Barclays Barclays is a British universal bank. We are diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Our businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by our service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group.Risk and Control Objective Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Barclays Policies and Policy Standards. Working Flexibly We re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive culture and environment for you to work in. This environment recognises and supports ways to balance your personal needs, alongside the professional needs of our business. Providing the opportunity for all our employees, globally to work flexibly empowers each of us to work in a way that suits our lives as well as enabling us to better service our customers and clients needs. Whether you have family commitments or you re a carer, or whether you need study time or wish to pursue personal interests, our approach to working flexibly is designed to help you balance your life. If you would like some flexibility, then please discuss this with the hiring manager.This is a critical FBP role (end to end) supporting multiple functions, facing off to the business manager and COOs. Key person risk associated to the role as this role is the only face off for business with Finance and budgets/actuals monitored through this resource for these key functions.What will you be doing Ensure month end ledger closure with appropriate controls in place o Be the central point of contact to process all manual journal postings, related Inform reconciliations an B/S controls Presenting monthly MI with insights and commentary to function s FBP leads and Business Managers Manage and planning and outlook process including tracking and highlighting Risk & Opportunities Supporting multiple TCs /Services & facing off to the business managers.Cost Review, Analytics and Ledger Closure o Flash Reporting - Review and analysis of Flash Results, Issuance of Flash reports to Lead FBPs / BMs, by Account line/Cost Centre reviews and process necessary adjustments o Cost Accruals & Prepayments - Pre-month review of expense and accruals, Calculation of accruals and maintenance of calculation models, liaise with Accounting Operations to ensure posting of accruals, prepayments and expense re class & Adequate substantiation of accruals and prepayments, o Global Cost Review and Analytics - Cost Analysis by account line / cost centres, run daily reports from SAP ledgers/ BW/Apptio / CEO Cube etc during month end process o Balance Sheet Reconciliation & Sign-off - Substantiation and reconciliation of all accruals and prepayments posted by the team, Balance sheet reporting by account line & Account Ownership sign-off o Control pack submission, self-assessment of controls and liaise with internal / external and signing off attestationsPlanning and Outlook o Manage planning and outlook process liaising with BMs o Prepare planning, outlook templates and related Mgmt Information for review with BMs/FBPs o Monitoring and highlighting the risk and opportunities o Support Group and Central teams on the overall MTP/STP exerciseManagement Reporting and Insights o Lead performance review within the Finance FTCs, analysing, provide insights, commentary and interpreting financial information, and advising/challenging and supporting the team leaders in improving the financial control and reporting environment. o Resolve queries and ad-hoc requests by BMs / FBPs o Review and analyse complex financial reports and financial statements analysis and present the same to the management. o Produce accurate, timely and reliable MI reports (EXCO, adhoc reports, forecast and budget) o Drive the rationalization, standardization, centralization and control of all MI reports within the suite o Update and improve reports (in line with business objectives) focusing on scalability, efficiency and effectivenessLiaise with Functions / BMs and Central teams on reporting hierarchy creation and changes o Translate all hierarchy change requests into BX Controller CoE submission templates o Liaise with various teams to ensure changes are reflected in the Finance hierarchy systemsProjects / Transformation Provide active support in executing Cost Transformation Projects within Cost FTCHierarchy & Reference data management (not mandatory) o Good understanding of Barclays systems and cost landscape, data flows, ledger interfaces o Ability to analyze and visualize end reporting requirements into structural changes in reference data systems for strategic implementation o Track record of completing business analysis assignments (business requirements gathering & testing) o Proficiency on reference data management tools like DRM, RDM, Sap Static, BW, databasesTeam management o Manage team work load, be accountable for ensuring the highest level of delivery and execution, balanced with excellent client service o Coach fellow team members to help develop their skills, and ensure knowledge is shared throughout the team to eliminate key man risk o Responsible for the direct and indirect management of a team of between 1-5.What we re looking for:Technical Knowledge Knowledge of financial industry cost drivers Experience in direct costs, indirect costs management and reporting. Excellent user of Microsoft Excel application Qualified Accountant Banking experience preferred, but not essential Confident and assertive manner Displays integrity, initiative and commitment through interactions with colleagues and clientsSkills that will help you in the role:Finance Business Partnering Broad Accounting SkillsWhere will you be working ChennaiBe More at Barclays At Barclays, each day is about being more as a professional, and as a person. Be More @ Barclays represents our core promise to all current and future employees. It s the characteristic that we want to be associated with as an employer, and at the heart of every employee experience. We empower our colleagues to Be More Globally Connected, working on international projects that improve the way millions of customers handle their finances. Be More Inspired by working alongside the most talented people in the industry, and delivering imaginative new solutions that are redefining the future of finance. Be More Impactful by having the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, and Be More Valued for who you are. Interested and want to know more about Barclays Visit home.barclays/who-we-are/ for more details.Our Values Purpose and ValuesWe deploy finance responsibly to support people and businesses, acting with empathy and integrity, championing innovation and sustainability, for the common good and the long term. Our values underpin everything we do: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship.Respect We harness the power of diversity and inclusion in our business, trust those we work with, and value everyones contribution.Integrity We operate with honesty, transparency and fairness in all we do.Service We act with empathy and humility, putting the people and businesses we serve at the centre of what we do.Excellence We champion innovation, and use our energy, expertise and resources to make a positive difference.Stewardship We prize sustainability, and are passionate about leaving things better than we found them.Our DiversityWe aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to our vision and goals.Our BenefitsOur customers are unique. The same goes for our colleagues. Thats why at Barclays we offer a range of benefits, allowing every colleague to choose the best options for their personal circumstances. These include a competitive salary and pension, health care and all the tools, technology and support to help you become the very best you can be. We are proud of our flexible working options for colleagues. If you have a need for flexibility, then please discuss this with us.,

Keyskills :
risk management frameworkmi reportsbalance sheetcost analysisdaily reportsreference datarisk managementdata managementmicrosoft excelchange requestsconsumer bankingequipment supplybusiness analysis